Bobby Rush

Chicago Alderman Launches Congressional Campaign To Succeed Rep. Bobby Rush

Veteran politician Pat Dowell switched her sights from Illinois secretary of state to Congress after Rush, a 15-term Democrat, announced he won't seek reelection.
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Cops Caught On Camera Napping, Relaxing In Lawmaker’s Office During Protests

“They even had the unmitigated gall to make coffee for themselves and to pop popcorn -- my popcorn, in my microwave," said Rep. Bobby Rush.
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This Young Progressive Candidate Wants To End Everyday Gun Violence In Chicago

Robert Emmons Jr. is running for Congress in Illinois, challenging stereotypes about shootings in his hometown and seeking to unseat Democrat Bobby Rush.
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Congressman Describes The Gun Death Of His Son

Rep. Bobby Rush (D-Illinois) described the pain of his son's shooting death, saying he never wants to hear a mother's primal scream of pain again. He and other Democrats took over the House floor to demand votes on gun legislation in the wake of the Orlando massacre.
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Congressman Bobby Rush Feels 'Ashamed' Of Voting For 1994 Crime Bill

“Crack cocaine and the crime bill were the true worst problems that the black community has suffered through in the last 50 years."
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